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Span Builders, LLC
4.6(
25
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They installed an area of chain link fence and another area of wood picket fence, with two gates, as I requested. Over all I am very happy with the quality and value for the money given the price which was I think reasonable. Interacting with them was also very good, started with the sales and later with the crew that came for the install."
Pergola
Floating Dock / Kayak Launch
Lake Crabtree park
Lake Crabtree park
Deck/Boardwalk

+14

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Brothers Carpentry & Paint
4.9(
70
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos is the best! His crew is great and he?s so easy to work with. They upgraded my siding from wood to Hardie and fixed wooden stairs. Then they painted the whole building. Carlos also fixed some interior drywall holes for me. Everything was done efficiently, and the price was fair. I would hire Brothers again and recommend them 100%! I connected with them because I saw their van outside my neighbor?s house. She was happy with the siding work they did for her as well."
Windows and Trim
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent projects

+9

Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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S&B Storage Buildings
4.3(
6
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Scott did a custom build for me within the budget we discussed and very quickly. There were a few details which I wasn’t sure on and left judgment up to him. I am very happy with his work and already have the next project build in my head with full confidence that he will be able to pull it off."
Storage Facilities Project
Storage Facilities Project
Storage Facilities Project
Storage Facilities Project
Storage Facilities Project

+56

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Téllez Painting construction Group LLC
4.7(
32
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"MyDeck was highly professional and kept me instructed throughout the project. Their build quality and high-quality products were what I was hoping for when I hired them. Their workmanship on my project was excellent."
Wallpaper Project
Fencing Project
Wallpaper Project
Electrical Project
Fencing - Driveway Gates Project

+122

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Lewis & Sons Concrete, LLC
4.6(
23
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1964

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jamal and his workers were awesome. Always kept me informed. Courteous, friendly, respectful. Made sure the job was done to my satisfaction.. I plan on hiring again for more yard work and build another patio ."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+61

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Qualis Home Improvements, LLC
4.0(
37
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

"You will absolutely want to hire them for your next project. I had so much trust and confidence in Randy and Scott that I let them do the work while I was away on vacation."
Deck Repair
Repaired
Trim work and painting
Trim work and painting
Trim work and painting

+31

Response time3 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for water dock building service projects in Raleigh, NC

With the right design and maintenance, a vinyl sea wall capped with concrete can serve you for 50 to 70 years, while poured-concrete walls last 50 to 60 years. Steel or aluminum options last 30 to 40 years, and treated wood holds up for 10 to 25 years. Plan on regular inspections and prompt repairs to keep any sea wall performing at its best for decades.

A bulkhead holds back soil in calm, inland waters, while a sea wall is built for pounding coastal waves. The sea wall’s job is to absorb and deflect wave energy, offering stronger erosion control. A bulkhead mainly keeps soil in place but isn’t designed to stand up to heavy surf.

A sea wall needs a deep footing—four to 10 feet or more—so it can resist shifting soils and constant wave pressure. The exact depth depends on your soil conditions, water depth, chosen material, and local building codes. Your marine contractor may dig even deeper to secure the wall in place and meet the structural specifications.

Plan on a quick visual check every season. Look for cracks, loose panels, or washed-out soil, clear weep holes so water can drain, and trim plants that push against the wall. Catching small issues early helps maintain the structure's soundness and prevents major repair bills later. Your sea wall builder can make recommendations for an ongoing maintenance plan that will help keep your sea wall in optimal condition.

Most residential sea walls are completed in an average of one to three weeks, covering preparation work, sheet piling, and cleanup. Larger commercial walls require additional engineering and can extend well beyond that window. Your crew drives steel or vinyl sheets into the soil, then finishes caps, tie-backs, and grading before final inspection.

The “best” wall is the one engineered for your site, but concrete often tops the list for pure strength and longevity. It anchors soil, blocks water, and handles repeated wave hits better than wood or light-gauge steel. Collaborate with a marine contractor to determine the ideal material for your shoreline and budget.

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